The Beehive (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1982, The Beehive is a comedy and drama film directed by Mario Camus, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. As in the novel of the same title from Camilo Jose Cela, "La Colmena" is a sad composition with the stories of many people in the Madrid of 1942, just the postwar of the spanish civil war. The main theme of the film is the contrast between the poets, surviving close to misery under the Franco's regime, and the winners of the war, the emerging class of the people that makes easy money with illegal business.
Who’s in it. The Beehive stars Ana Belén as Victorita, Concha Velasco as Purita, Victoria Abril as Julita and Francisco Rabal as Ricardo Sorbedo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Beehive has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Beehive page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Beehive tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Beehive (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Beehive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Beehive worth watching?
- The Beehive holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Beehive?
- The Beehive stars Ana Belén, Concha Velasco, Victoria Abril, Francisco Rabal and Mario Pardo.
- When was The Beehive released?
- The Beehive was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.